Snellville Heating, Air and Plumbing Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Leak Detection’

A Common Plumbing Question We Hear: What Exactly Is a Slab Leak?

Monday, May 17th, 2021

slab-leak-crack-in-foundationLeak is not a word people want to hear in connection with their home plumbing. And a slab leak, well, that sounds even worse. Almost sinister. But what does it actually mean?

Slab leaks are one of the most important problems that we work on as Suwanee, GA plumbers, and the better informed our customers are about what they are and how to watch for them, the easier they are to stop early. And slab leaks are definitely something you want stopped as early as possible. 

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Pinhole Leaks—One of the Trickiest Plumbing Problems

Monday, April 19th, 2021

copper-tubesThe name pinhole leak sounds like a minor issue. Big, gaping leaks in plumbing, leaks that send water spilling out all over the floor and make you glad you have a sump pump, sound like serious problems. And they are. But pinhole leaks are something those big leaks aren’t: sneaky and hard to find. You may not know you need a Lawrenceville, GA plumber at first to solve your pinhole leaks, and that’s how they can cause plenty of damage.

But, aside from their size, what exactly are pinhole leaks and how do they get started? And how can you notice them?

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Ways We Can Help You Save Water With Your Plumbing

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

showerhead-dripping-close-upDo you find that your regular water bills are far too high? Higher than you think they should be? You can search out online lists of ways to change your water-using habits, and everyone knows that taking shorter showers is a basic part of cutting down on household water consumption. 

However, there are ways that a Conyers, GA plumber can help you save water that go beyond basic steps like “don’t run the bathroom sink faucet while you brush your teeth.” Plumbers are some of the best people for pinpointing where your house is wasting water. There are places in your home where updating fixtures and making repairs will make a huge difference in your monthly water bills. 

Below are some ways our plumbers can lower water use in your household.

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Do You Have a Leak?

Monday, December 30th, 2019

When you hear the word “leak”, the image that likely pops into your head is one of disaster — water gushing all over the place, a flooded basement, and destroyed furnishings. But here’s the thing: most leaks occur without even the slightest indication, which is why we are here to help!

Because so much of your plumbing system is hidden from view, and because leaks can develop almost anywhere, we think it is important that you learn to spot them. So for your convenience, we have listed some of the signs of a leak — all you have to do is keep reading below to find out more (and remember to contact our team when you need a Snellville plumber!)

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